The Impact of Learning Motivation on Students' Academic Performance: A Self-Determination Theory Perspective
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https://doi.org/10.71222/p1ck9h68Keywords:
learning motivation, academic performance, self-determination theory, intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivationAbstract
Learning motivation plays a crucial role in students' academic performance. Self-determination theory (SDT), a theoretical framework for explaining human behavioral motivation, provides an important perspective for examining the impact of learning motivation on academic achievement. Based on SDT, this study conducts an in-depth analysis of the influence of intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivation, and motivational regulation on students' academic performance. By comparing different types of motivation, the research finds that intrinsic motivation has a significant positive relationship with academic achievement, while extrinsic motivation can also enhance academic performance under certain conditions. This study aims to provide educational strategies for educators to improve students' academic performance, particularly in terms of motivation stimulation and autonomy support.
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